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Just like pedaling a bike on land, these floating sea bikes are the perfect way to explore the South Padre coastline. Cruise the shallow coastal waters after entering from a private boat ramp, and slowly pedal the stable bikes that are perfect for first-time visitors. Staff provide a short lesson on how to pedal the bikes, though even nervous, beginner bikers can pick it up in a snap. There's no transportation needed with the bikes—just splash in the water and go—and keep an eye out for local birdlife like pelicans, seagulls, and ospreys.

Explore the beauty of South Padre Island from a floating seat on the water, as you paddle a 1-person or 2-person kayak along the white sand shore. Launching is easy from our private dock, so there's no schlepping or transport needed, and paddle and life jacket are both included with this South Padre Island kayak rental. The stable hulls make balancing easy, so you can casually enjoy the scenery without the fear of falling in.

Stand up paddling is the latest watersports craze to sweep the nation, and with these budget stand up paddleboard rentals on South Padre Island, you can see for yourself why the paddleboard movement now stretches from coast to coast. Thanks to the wide, beginner-friendly boards, it's easy to stand up and find your balance while paddling out on the water, and experience the feeling of gliding across the warm South Padre waves.

Believe it or not you can go surfing in Texas, and these surfboard rentals on South Padre Island are the easiest place to start. The soft top longboards are wide and stable and make it easy to balance, and the flexible fins are great to have for shallow sections of sand. Even beginners and small children will find the boards to be stable, and since rentals last for up to 22 hours, there's plenty of time to perfect your technique of learning to stand up and ride.

Stand up paddling has exploded in popularity—and Texas is no exception. Even though the sport is easy once you get the initial hang of it, taking a lesson is the fastest way to improve your skills on the water. Learn the best technique for paddling and where to stand on the board, and how to read the wind and waves for safe and comfortable paddling. The stable boards are beginner friendly, and you'll be up and paddling in under an hour, even if it's your very first time.